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'Bloody beating': Pair found guilty of Javon Aranui's manslaughter
The jury deliberated for almost three days in case where the victim had 16 head injuries.
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council rates will rise by 9.9%
A new targeted rate for Mangarau Stream also impacts 27,000 Hastings ratepayers.
'It's pumping': How a rural mother's catering venture became a community staple
A restaurant-quality meal, without travelling to town – it's a thriving business model.
Teen launches nationwide campaign to combat period poverty
Phoebe Driscoll chose Flaxmere College as one of the campaign’s first recipients.
On The Up: 'We are living in peace' – concert celebrates Indian and Pakistani unity in Hawke's Bay
The Virsa Heritage Music Festival promotes peace and unity among cultures in Hawke's Bay.
Lindisfarne score nine tries against defending champions
Lindisfarne have three wins, chasing a cup presented by one of its most famous students.
'Take a calendar to time us, not a stopwatch': Three brothers, six new hips, one epic challenge
'We pulled each other through it, we are lucky as brothers.'
With his late nephew's photo on his back, nothing could stop Mark Bean scaling the Sky Tower
'He was a really neat kid, had a heart of gold, and he would've had a pretty good future.'
$115,000 worth of second division Lotto wins in Hawke's Bay
A Clive and a Napier store sold two big-winning tickets on Saturday.
Basketball: Two big wins in the deep south for Hawks
Seven games to go, and the Hawks are 5th in the rush for the top six for the playoffs.
Murder accused claims cyclist threw first punch: 'We never intended for him to die'
Isaiah Buchanan says those involved in fatal fight exchanged handshakes afterwards.
'Incredible role': The pioneering nurse helping victims of sexual violence
Lei Johnson was the first nurse practitioner to become an accredited forensic examiner.
John Jenkins: Plans to resume racing at Waipukurau and Hastings
Hastings racing is planned in time for the Hawke's Bay Spring Carnival next year.
Arrested man claims police beat him, then released him to walk 20km back to Napier
Cops say John Heremaia “actively and violently” resisted arrest, and assaulted an officer.
'Do the right thing': Mother's plea for justice in son's stabbing
Heartbreak continues for Kaea Karauria's family as teen's killer remains free.
Staffing costs at Hawke’s Bay councils - are they reasonable?
Economist Brad Olsen says there's a tendency to “vilify” the spending.
On The Up: Plumbing apprentice's 100km charity run for mental health
Maggie Higgins is running 100km to raise funds for suicide prevention.
‘Not telling us the truth’: Investigation into slaying of Napier teen outside party being hampered
'We know who is not telling us the truth. They need to reconsider what they have told us.'
'Frankly stupid': Police say issues 'ongoing' after 8-year-old hit by dirt bike
Police have received some footage of an 8-year-old boy being struck in Flaxmere.
Budget: Hawke's Bay and Gisborne get $219m to fix Cyclone Gabrielle-hit roads
The Government has announced a $219 million boost for Cyclone Gabrielle recovery.
Three cups full as Hawke's Bay racing returns – in Waipukurau
The return of racing to Hawke's Bay is expected to be a big boost for Waipukurau.
'Rewarding journey': Long-serving Hastings councillor steps down
Hastings councillor Malcolm Dixon retires after 12 years to spend more time with family.
'Most significant thing I'll ever do': The photo sessions capturing memories for bereaved families
When Jackie Lowry is called to Hawke's Bay Hospital she knows it won't be a normal shoot.
Central Districts get vote of confidence from racing bosses
Key questions answered over immediate future of crucial Central Districts racetracks
Racing: No Hastings spring carnival until 2026, Waipukurau revival announced
Racing in Hastings was shut down suddenly during the 2024 Spring Carnival.
Dusting of snow on Kaweka Range, but mild temperatures to return
Temperatures are expected to warm up this weekend.
Dead against it? Freedom camping at cemeteries set for a crackdown
Freedom campers seeking a dead quiet sleep may have to look elsewhere.